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Aalborg
Aalborg (sometimes spelled "Alborg") is a city in North Jutland, Denmark. As of 2013, the city had a population of 106,916.
Key Facts about Aalborg
Here are some facts about Aalborg:
- Aalborg is a city in North Jutland, Denmark.
- Aalborg is located
about 40 miles (64 kilometers) to the Southwest of Frederikshavn, and
about 73 miles (118 kilometers) North of Århus.
- As of 2013,
Aalborg had a population of 106,916, making it the fourth most populous city in the
country.
- Aalborg is sometimes known by the nickname "Paris of the North",
although locals also use the nickname "Double A".
- Aalborg is principally known as an industrial and university town.
- Products produced in Aalborg include akvavit (a flavored alcoholic spirit drink
popular in Scandinavia), cement, marine boilers, and wind turbines.
- The major university in Aalborg is Aalborg University (originally founded in
1974 as
Aalborg University Center). As of 2013,
Aalborg University had more than 21,000 students and approximately 3,500 staff.
- Aalborg has a history that dates back to the Middle Ages, when it was an important
harbor. The earliest settlements in the area are believed to have been founded around
700 AD. Traces of Aalborg's historic past can be seen in:
- Half-timbered mansions built by prosperous merchants.
- St. Budolfi Church (today a cathedral), which was built in the late 14th century.
- Aalborghus Castle (Danish: Aalborghus Slot) which was built by King Christian III between 1539 and about 1555.
- Half-timbered mansions built by prosperous merchants.
- Aalborg is also known for the Aalborg Carnival. This is an annual event which takes place around the end of May each year, which is the largest carnival in Scandinavia. Events at the carnival include a parade, a "Battle of Carnival Bands", and a children's carnival.
Attractions and Places of Interest in Aalborg
Attractions and places of interest in Aalborg include:
- Aalborg Carnival - at the end of May each year.
Weather in Aalborg
Aalborg, like the rest of Denmark, has an oceanic climate, moderated by the Gulf Stream which brings warm water across the Atlantic from the Gulf of Mexico.
There moderate precipitation throughout the year, with the heaviest rain occurring between July and September. From December to March, temperatures are often around freezing point, and there is a chance of snow as well as rain.
For current weather information, we recommend:
Books about Aalborg
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